2016 JEEP RENEGADE engine

Automatic Lighting — If Equipped
Light Sensor
The light sensor is equipped with an infrared LED,
located on the windshield. It detects changes in light
intensity outside the vehicle, based on the sensitivity of
light set by using the Menu on the display or on the
Uconnect system.
The higher the sensitivity, the lesser the amount of
external light required for controlling the lighting.
Automatic Headlights
Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO position.
When the automatic headlights are enabled, the head-
light time delay is active. After the ignition switch is
placed in the STOP/OFF position, the headlights will
automatically turn off after the time is set by Uconnect
Settings.The timing of the headlights is adjustable between 0, 30,
60 and 90 seconds. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in
“Multimedia” for further information.
NOTE:The engine must be running before the headlights
will come on in the automatic mode.
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped
The Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) will turn on when
the engine is started and remain on unless the headlights
are turned on or the engine is shut off.
The DRLs will be disabled during turn signal operation
and resume operation when the turn signal operation has
ended.
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In automatic operation, recirculation is managed auto-
matically by the system according to outside environ-
mental conditions.
NOTE:
•Use of the recirculation system makes it possible to
reach the required heating/cooling conditions faster. It
is not recommended to use it on rainy/cold days as it
would considerably increase the possibility of the
windows misting up inside (especially if the Climate
Control system is off). When the outside temperature
is low, recirculation is forced off (air drawn in from the
outside) to prevent the windows from misting up.
•It is not recommended to use internal air recirculation
when the outside temperature is low, since the win-
dows could mist up rapidly.
•When defrost mode is selected recirculation is turned
off to prevent the windows from misting up.Climate Control System Compressor
Push the A/C Control button to activate/deactivate the
compressor (activation is indicated by the LED on the
button turning on).
The system remembers that the compressor has been
turned off, even after the engine has stopped.
Pushing the A/C button will stop AUTO MODE (AUTO
LED will turn off). To restore automatic control of com-
pressor, push the AUTO button again.
NOTE:With the compressor off, air cannot be introduced
to the passenger compartment with a temperature lower
than the outside temperature. Under certain environmen-
tal conditions, windows could mist rapidly since the air
is not dehumidified.
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Closing
Hold up the hood with one hand and with the other hand
remove the support rod from its seat and reinsert it into
the locking tab.
Lower the hood to approximately 6 inches (15 cm) from
the engine compartment and drop it. Make sure that the
hood is completely closed.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi-
mately 6 inches (15 cm), and then drop it. This should
secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless
the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
LIFTGATE
Opening
To unlock the liftgate, use the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter or activate the power door lock
switches located on the driver door handle.
To open the liftgate, squeeze the electronic liftgate release
and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion.
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Rear Power Outlet
The rear cargo power outlet is located on the left side of
the cargo area.
The outlet only works when the ignition is in the
MAR/RUN position.NOTE:The rear cargo power outlet can be changed to
“battery” powered all the time by switching the power
outlet Integrated Power Module 20A fuse from fuse
location F18 to F30. Refer to “Engine Compartment
Controller” in “In Case Of Emergency” for further infor-
mation.
Grocery HooksRear 12 Volt Cargo Power Outlet
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CAUTION!
Do not connect devices with power higher than 180
Watts (15 Amps) to the socket. Do not damage the
socket by using unsuitable adaptors. If the 180 Watt
(15 Amp) power rating is exceeded the fuse protect-
ing the system will need to be replaced.
WARNING!
To avoid serious injury or death:
•Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet
should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
•Do not touch with wet hands.
•Close the lid when not in use and while driving the
vehicle.
•If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric
shock and failure.
CAUTION!
•Many accessories that can be plugged in draw
power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in
use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if
plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will
discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or
prevent the engine from starting.
•Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers,
vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the bat-
tery even more quickly. Only use these intermit-
tently and with greater caution.
•After the use of high power draw accessories, or
long periods of the vehicle not being started (with
accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be
driven a sufficient length of time to allow the
generator to recharge the vehicle’s battery.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
CONTENTS
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER.................179
▫Instrument Cluster With Multi-Functional
Display (EVIC).......................179
▫Instrument Cluster With Reconfigurable
Multi-Functional Display (DID)............180
▫Speedometer (EVIC)....................181
▫Speedometer (DID)....................182
▫Odometer...........................183
▫Tachometer..........................183
▫Fuel Gauge..........................183▫Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.........184
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS.......185
▫Red Telltale Indicator Lights..............186
▫Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights............198
▫Green Telltale Indicator Lights............211
▫Blue Telltale Indicator Light..............213
▫White Telltale Indicator Light.............214
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) . . .215
▫Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity........................215
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Instrument Cluster With Multi-Functional Display (EVIC)
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Cluster
A — Tachometer
B — Digital Indicator Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
With Maximum Temperature
C — Multi-functional DisplayD — Digital Indicator Fuel Level Indicator With The Reserve (the
triangle symbol pointing toward the right indicates where the
fuel filler door is located)
E — Speedometer (speed indicator)
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Instrument Cluster With Reconfigurable Multi-Functional Display (DID)
Driver Information Display (DID) Cluster
A — Tachometer
B — Digital Indicator Engine Coolant Temperature
C — Multi-functional DisplayD — Digital Indicator Fuel Level (the triangle symbol pointing
toward the right indicates where the fuel filler door is located)
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